ABSTRACT

A unit based on vital academic life skills and persuasive letter writing Grit and Motivation Unit Facts https://www.niso.org/standards/z39-96/ns/oasis-exchange/table">

Subjects Integrated

Writing: argument/persuasion, summary

History: The Battle of Agincourt

Reading: informational entry, dramatic monologue

Technology: Google Drive, multimedia resources

Skills Used

Collaboration

Mentoring

Student-generated feedback

Reciprocal teaching

Creativity

Communication

Duration

Approximately two weeks

Driving Question

How does “grit” apply to the process of applying to challenging classes?

How do you motivate yourself towards victory or success?